Which of the Following Is Not a Principal Objective of Tort

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a principal objective of tort law?

• A) To compensate persons who sustain harm or loss resulting from another's conduct.
• B) To punish the person who committed the tort.
• C) To place the cost of compensating victims only on those parties who should bear it.
• D) To prevent future harms and losses.

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Definitions:

Parliamentary Control

The mechanism by which a parliamentary system of government maintains oversight and authority over the executive branch, ensuring accountability and adherence to the law.

Grenville's Argument

a reference to the rationale used by British Prime Minister George Grenville to justify the imposing of taxes on the American colonies, arguing it was fair to have them contribute to the costs of their own defense.

Colonial Resistance

Opposition and acts of defiance by the American colonies against British rule, particularly leading up to and during the American Revolution.

Tax Increases

Governmental policy action that raises the amount of taxes on income, property, goods, or services, often to generate revenue for public projects or reduce deficits.